MHG53759 - Site of Life-saving 'Rocket Apparatus', Helmsdale

Summary

This area is marked 'Rocket Apparatus', an early 19th-century form of life saving apparatus, on the 2nd edition Ordnance Survey map.

Type and Period (1)

  • RESCUE CENTRE (19th Century to 20th Century - 1801 AD to 2000 AD)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

This area is marked 'Rocket Apparatus', an early 19th-century form of life saving apparatus, on the 2nd edition Ordnance Survey map. It is not clear whether this label applies to any building or structure. <1>

This is now, appropriately, the site of the HM Coastguard, Helmsdale. <2>

Sources/Archives (2)

Map

Location

Grid reference ND 0306 1521 (point) Estimated from sources. No clear building marked associated with this label
Map sheet ND01NW
Geographical Area SUTHERLAND

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